Poorna Birdsong BnB — Hotel in Goa

I'm really tired after a crazy, chaotic and long day of running around across my hometown in the peak of summers and the day isn't over yet..! As I settle down with a cup of coffee to calm my nerves a bit and close my eyes, the only place my mind immediately wanders to is Poorna Birdsong! Its been almost an year that I visited the place with my sisters (a total group of five), but everytime I need a mental escape, Poorna Birdsong is where I find myself in! Hence, the really late, but not to be missed review!||||Who is it for?||||For anyone who does not like conformity. Who likes wild, unhindered, unabashed beauty and finds joy in the absence of the urbane, too polished, too correct way of life in general - not just on a vacation. So Poorna was this beautiful old Portugese style Villa with beauty randomly strewn all over the place. The beds and bathrooms were nice, clean and comfortable, so you don't miss out on the basics. The breakfast was delicious and anything we asked for was made available to us with wake hospitality - which we enjoyed on the beautiful patio overlooking the pool and the river Nerul flowing right behind the villa. ( other meals are available on order from a nearby restaurant). Coming to the pool and the river. There is an infinity pool (yes please) in the backyard covered with trees and foilage and small outdoor bohemian decoratives of all sorts that peeps right into the river Nerul, which again in covered with trees in both sides giving you full proximity with mum nature (and yourself ) and the best (disconnecting) time of your life..! If you find beauty and comfort in old books and their nostalgic smells and feel (and similar stuff), the Poorna Birdsong is for you. Think tall old Banyan trees with their roots growing over the stone statues kept next to them, think stone sinks in the bathroom and the mysterious fragrance of after rains (petrichor is it called?) Mixed with that of flowers and leaves...think water dripping from leaves forming a small puddle and think yourself just calming down..! Are you in love with the place yet? If yes then you must go stay there. And the better it is if you go in the monsoons..Goa + Monsoons make a more terrific combination than you will ever imagine. Having said all this, let me also give a fair warning though. In my mostly happy with the place group too we did have someone who wasn't having the same feelings. If you would rather be at a place that gives you a formal, hotel like feel, then Poorna is not for you. However if the above outpour of my love for the place synced with you, then you...

I booked one night's stay (with the intention of extending if things go smoothly) after reading positive reviews on TA. I got what is their nicest suite on the first floor with a private balcony. Unfortunately, we had a pretty bad experience which makes me wonder whether they have been gaming their reviews. The room smells musty and mouldy - we traced the origins of the smell to a wardrobe that was disused and reeked of mould. The air conditioner was extremely loud and rickety - it's a nondescript brand that I've never ever encountered in india. The bedding and the mattress was of poor quality and had lost shape. The towels were dank and smelly and not freshly laundered.||Poorna birdsong seems like what was once a beautiful house in a lovely location that has been hastily converted into a guest house. The proprietors have cut corners, which is unfortunate because in the right hands it could be a lovely guesthouse. ||What was even more disappointing was the attitude of Prabahat - the manager - to whom we pointed out these failings. The musty smell and the loud airconditioner above our head ensured that we slept poorly. Prabaht's response to our experience showed that he cares only about the money and doesn't give a hoot about guest experience. He undermines guest feedback by pointing out that other people have left good reviews. Such behavior when combined with the many serious deficiencies in the property makes me question the veracity of earlier reviews. ||I'm a seasoned traveler to goa and have stayed in many heritage homes, luxury hotels and resorts. This was by far the worst experience I've had. Prabaht claims the suite normally rents for Rs. 5500/night and that he gave us a 1000 rupee discount. You can get far, far better for your...

I booked one night's stay (with the intention of extending if things go smoothly) after reading positive reviews on TA. I got what is their nicest suite on the first floor with a private balcony. Unfortunately, we had a pretty bad experience which makes me wonder whether they have been gaming their reviews. The room smells musty and mouldy - we traced the origins of the smell to a wardrobe that was disused and reeked of mould. The air conditioner was extremely loud and rickety - it's a nondescript brand that I've never ever encountered in india. The bedding and the mattress was of poor quality and had lost shape. The towels were dank and smelly and not freshly laundered.

Poorna birdsong seems like what was once a beautiful house in a lovely location that has been hastily converted into a guest house. The proprietors have cut corners, which is unfortunate because in the right hands it could be a lovely guesthouse.

What was even more disappointing was the attitude of Prabahat - the manager - to whom we pointed out these failings. The musty smell and the loud airconditioner above our head ensured that we slept poorly. Prabaht's response to our experience showed that he cares only about the money and doesn't give a hoot about guest experience. He undermines guest feedback by pointing out that other people have left good reviews. Such behavior when combined with the many serious deficiencies in the property makes me question the veracity of earlier reviews.

I'm a seasoned traveler to goa and have stayed in many heritage homes, luxury hotels and resorts. This was by far the worst experience I've had. Prabaht claims the suite normally rents for Rs. 5500/night and that he gave us a 1000 rupee discount. You can get far, far better for your...